Cross-sectional study assessed quality of life in patients with end-stage renal disease on hemodialysis, indicating the need for supportive interventions.
Key Points
The quality of life for chronic hemodialysis patients is significantly impaired, impacting both mental and physical health.
Patients reported an overall mean KDQOL score of 39.31, highlighting the negative effects of end-stage renal disease.
Data were collected using the KDQOL-SF, validated for the Moroccan context, with 80 patients participating in the analysis.
Improving factors related to kidney disease could enhance overall quality of life for patients undergoing hemodialysis.